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PFP: comebackers

Pitchers Infield

MediumAbout 15 minPitchers, SS, 1B + coachPIT007

Pitcher fields a ball hit back at him and starts the double play to the shortstop at second.

Original drill sheet (PIT007)

PSS1BCK
BallThrowPlayer movesK Coach

Set up

Pitchers in a line by the mound, one on it. A shortstop covering second, first basemen at first. Coach at home. Needs a catcher.

You need: Gloves, fungo bat, bucket of balls, field with bases

Steps

  1. Pitcher throws a pitch to the catcher
  2. Coach hits a ground ball back to the pitcher
  3. Pitcher fields and throws to the shortstop at second
  4. Shortstop turns it to first, back of the line, ten each

Coaching points